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Olympic commentator removed after sexism

Australia's female swimmers had just received their Olympic gold medals in the 4x100 freestyle relay – when Eurosport commentator Bob Ballard spoke up, and it wasn't about the athletic achievement. In a clip from the live broadcast, which has gone viral on social media, he can be heard saying: > The girls are just getting ready.
Olympic commentator removed after sexism
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